Facilities

Club House

Laundry Room

Swimming Pool

Hot Tub

Fitness Center

Game Room

Rec Hall

Pavilion

Exercise Room

Restroom/Shower

Restroom Only

Shower Only

Restaurant

Groceries

RV Supplies

ATM Machine

WiFi

Dog Park

Cocktail Lounge

Dog Washing Station

Pit Toilet

Snack Bar

Play Ground

Sites

Water

20 Amp

30 Amp

50 Amp

Sewer

Cable TV

Services

Escort to Site

Self-Service RV Wash

Metered LP Gas

Firewood

Fishing Supplies

Pet Supplies

Onsite Rentals

Worship Services

Golf Carts

Fishing Guides

Onsite RV Service

Staffed RV Wash

Fishing Licenses

Complimentary Breakfast

Recreational activities in or near the park

Recreational Activities

Archery Range

ATV Riding

Biking

Boating

Body Of Water

Casino

Climbing

Dock

Driving Range

Fishing

Golf

Heated Pool

Hiking

Horseback Riding

Horseshoes

Kayaking

Lawn Bowling

Mini Golf

Paddle Boats

Pickle Ball

Putting Green

Ramp

Sauna

Shuffleboard

Snow Sports

Splash Pad

Swimming

Tennis

Wading Pool

Water Slide

Water Sports

Water Umbrella

Whitewater Rafting

Policies

RV Age Restrictions

Pets Welcome

Pet Restrictions

Pet Restriction on Quantity

Pet Restriction on Breed

Pet Restriction on Size

No Pets

Tent Camping Allowed

Folding Tent Campers Allowed

No Tents

No Overnight Guests

<h2>Overview</h2><p>Applewhite Campground provides a serene escape within the San Bernardino National Forest. Located along the scenic Lytle Creek, this destination offers a rustic environment for travelers seeking to reconnect with nature. It is a <strong>National Forest facility</strong> that emphasizes a primitive experience, providing a refreshing contrast to the busy urban centers of Southern California. Visitors often come here to enjoy the cool canyon breezes and the rhythmic sounds of the nearby water. This is an authentic mountain getaway where the focus remains on the landscape and the peaceful atmosphere of the canyon.</p><h2>Location & Surroundings</h2><p>Situated in the Lytle Creek area, the park is nestled between steep canyon walls and shaded by a canopy of <strong>sycamores and alders</strong>. The campground is easily accessible from the Cajon Pass, making it a convenient stop for those traveling through the Inland Empire or heading toward the high desert. The surrounding <strong>riparian habitat</strong> creates a lush backdrop that feels worlds away from the desert floor, offering a unique microclimate that stays notably cooler during the warm summer months, providing a welcome respite for outdoor enthusiasts.</p><h2>Amenities & Park Features</h2><p>This is a dry camping location, meaning there are no hookups available for electricity, water, or sewer. However, the park provides essential facilities to ensure a functional and comfortable stay. Key features of the campground include:</p><ul><li><strong>Paved parking spurs</strong> designed for trailers and RVs.</li><li>Centrally located and well-maintained <strong>vault toilets</strong>.</li><li>Access to <strong>potable water</strong> from shared hydrants located throughout the loops.</li><li>Sturdy picnic tables and fire rings at every individual site.</li></ul><p>The layout is designed to maximize privacy while keeping the natural terrain of the canyon floor intact. There is also a day-use picnic area located nearby for larger family gatherings.</p><h2>Nearby Attractions & Things to Do</h2><p>The primary draw for most visitors is Lytle Creek, where guests can enjoy seasonal wading and creek-side relaxation. Hikers can explore the nearby <strong>Bonita Falls</strong>, a stunning waterfall reachable via a moderate trail that showcases the area's rugged beauty. For those interested in unique geology, the <strong>Mormon Rocks Interpretive Trail</strong> is just a short drive away, offering striking views of tilted sandstone formations. Additionally, the proximity to the Pacific Crest Trail offers endless opportunities for trekking through the majestic San Gabriel Mountains.</p><h2>Who This Park Is Best For</h2><p>This park is ideal for <strong>self-contained RVers</strong> who appreciate a quiet, off-grid experience without the need for modern hookups. Because of the paved sites, it is a great choice for families with camper vans or smaller trailers looking for a quick weekend getaway. It appeals most to those who prefer <strong>nature-focused camping</strong> over resort-style amenities. If you value crisp mountain air, star-filled nights, and the sound of a rushing creek, this canyon retreat is the perfect fit for your next California RV adventure.</p>



San Bernardino Applewhite Lytle Creek is a small unincorporated community located in San Bernardino County, California. It is situated in the foothills of the San Bernardino Mountains, near the Lytle Creek Wash. The area is home to a variety of wildlife, including deer, coyotes, and mountain lions. The community is also home to a variety of recreational activities, including hiking, camping, fishing, and horseback riding. The area is also known for its scenic views of the surrounding mountains and valleys.

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San Bernardino/Applewhite

Escape to Applewhite Campground in Lytle Creek, CA. Enjoy creek-side sites, paved RV spurs, and the beauty of the San Bernardino National Forest.

Applewhite Campground San Bernardino Lytle Creek CA

Stayed in site 22. Clean campground, quiet after 10pm, plenty of space between sites. Great firepits, nice BBQ and picnic table. The camp hosts were easy to find and pleasant but I caught them early at 10am. No water, no toilets, just port-a-pottys. The Applewhite Picnic area across the street is great for daytime creek access but it got ravaged by storms in late 2025 and is closed for a while which makes the creek access from the campground a driving excursion instead of a walk. Stargazing is better than flatlands but still too much ambient light from LA/San Bernardino corridor to see the Milky Way clearly. You may notice the train horns at night as they go through the Cajon Pass alongside the 15 but there is also a nice low rumble from the creek about 300 feet away. Pretty pleasant. Oh, don't camp there if you want to leave early the morning of the annual Fontana Days Run as your only exit from the campground is the staging/starting area for the annual 6K run to downtown Fontana! We watched people stretch and jog from 6-7am and were the 7th car in line at 8am behind the Fontana utility trucks behind the tired runner pickup bus behind the last runner and made the freeway at 930. Shoulda read the signs. My bad!

The campground is nice, but due to damage from December storms, there is no river access from the campground. The picnic area across the street is closed indefinitely and the rest of the nearby river access is private property.

It is an excellent place to go to relax. The price is affordable, and the couple who run the place are super friendly; they keep the area clean. Of course, weekends are a different story—it is always packed. Sometimes there are unsupervised children getting into mischief, as well as people playing their music very loudly. The restrooms aren't perfectly clean, but the peale enchrge do the best they can. I am eagerly looking forward to summer so I can go back at least once a month.

It’s always a great experience here with my man :) I come every weekend  with him and pick out different number spaces everytime. Feels good to smell the outdoors! ^_^

After reading all the reviews we decided to book site #10 its in the upper loop. Its at the top of a ridge and we only had 2 "neigbors" but weren't close at all. We booked a sunday through Tuesday.
Only took away one star because it was almost impossible to find the camp host to buy wood or pay extra fees but they drove around once or twice a day .  Also the upper loop portal potties need toilet paper but we brought some so it wasn't an issue.

We took walks around the park, went to the day use area and bonita park area both days and had an amazing time.

Site ten is relatively flat we put our 13 man tent under the large tree and had only a gently slope.
As for people saying the creek and sites have trash everywhere, as of october 21st 2025 there is NONE . I genuinely didnt see ANY trash at the campground or at the day use picnic area. We all got in the creek . Our site had a spigot right out side it and it was perfect . And the fire rings are MASSSIVVEE.  We will definatly be back before it gets too cold and again in the spring !

Stayed there for 3 days and two nights camp was clean and well maintained although on the second night the lady in charge of the park approached our campsite in the golf cart very rudely and told us we had to turn off our fire because we couldn’t have our wood exceeding the fire pit because it was windy she didn’t even say goodnight or didn’t even give us a warning there was no signs anywhere regarding this matter after she told us she kept circling around we looked at other peoples fire pits and there were some that also had wood out the fire pit

Very well maintained campground.
I wish it was actually next to an actual stream or river but it's got very good sites with fire pit and fire grill if needed (which I don't because I have my own wood burning stove) with two concrete picnic tables each. It was very peaceful and I got a lot of reading time in... Also nice people running the place. My second time staying there and definitely not my last.

What a wonderful site. Riley, the camp manager, was very helpful and kind.
The coyote roaming the hills behind the campground, barked like a dog for hours. I found it hilarious, others not so much.

Took two of my grandsons to the picnic area. We played in the stream then had a nice little lunch. Was a very nice first experience for the both of us. The camp ground was full so plan ahead for a spot.

Great cozy campground! I like that it's easy to get to- no crazy elevation which is nice. I also like that they have a nearby local market in case you forget to bring something. I also like that the sites are not too close together. Overall, everyone kept to themselves and was respectful of the rules. The camp host was also really cool- checked us in and went around giving updates regarding the weather and if campfires would be allowed since it was windy that day. The only thing that was a bummer were the restrooms. One of the women's restroom had a door missing and didn't flush and the other would leak water. Not a huge deal but I'd be mindful of being some waterproof shoes lol. Still, it was a Great quick getaway from the city. 👍

Quiet and pleasent stay, good restrooms and easy check-in 👍

Peaceful and relaxing, people need to learn to remove their trash when they leave

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San Bernardino/Applewhite